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I think that the first idea of the writing of the song 'Imagine' came from the song 'What's Going On' written and sung by Marvin Gaye in 1971. Because the song 'What's Going On' was very famous for writing against the Vietnam war and became a big hit at that time. So everyone must had known about the song. So had John, too. Also 'What's Going On' was released in Jan. 1971. John started recording the album 'Imagine' in June 1971, according to Wiki. If it was true, I think John must had been influenced by the song 'What's Going On'. The rest is history. Danny from New City, NyCorrect me if I'm wrong but this song's foundation piano chord is the same as the one used in The Who's Getting In Tune. I'm no piano player and I'm guessing the chord is a prevalent commonly used one, but the rhythm in which it's played is exactly the same to The Who's Getting In Tune. I also believe both albums came out in the same year. So, did one of the artists steal the song from the other? Jay from Atlanta, GaEven John himself said "Life is what happens while you're making plans". So, while you're "imagining" the world will be passing you by. Keith from Papillion, NeWhile preparing for my son's memorial service, I ran across this song title on a list of proposed songs for a funeral. It just goes to show how many people think it's a really sweet song without actually thinking through the lyrics. On the other side, many people think Lennon drew a picture of hopelessness and despair, justifying their "eat drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die" philosophy. Overall, it made John a lot of money, but it doesn't appear to have been an influential song in the way he wanted. Oh, well. It's not as if he's looking down from heaven, getting all depressed about it. He can't even compare himself to Jesus, anymore. Dead is dead, right?

Chelsea Girl from Cleveland, Oh"Imagine" is a very special song. It's hard for me to review it because it isn't my favorite John Lennon song an yet I believe it's probably, ultimately, his most powerful. This is a unifying song that people all over the world love and sing. Even when I hear those opening chords my mind stops and I get very misty-eyed. It really is a deep song. Absolutely one of the greatest classics ever written by anyone. We feed our fears and insecurities by saying that â??the othersâ? hates us and wants us to suffer, with the Russians a little while ago, and with Osama bin Laden recently, as the prophet of destruction. We take for granted the statement that our nation and our people must remain competitive to survive and to thrive, forgetting that in a competition, some win, and some lose, and that we can no longer afford to survive and thrive alone. Paulo Pato from Toronto, CanadaI read somewhere that David Bowie helped Lennon write the song Imagine Anyway, that's not what this song is about anyway. This song is just asking people to think. It seems like nobody thinks anymore, everyone just accepts their life and what they are told. Just live your life, and allow others to live theirs. Host an open housethat invites community members to learn about protecting the local environment and water projects currently underway.a militant fundamentalist. People have free will and a choice. There is no way to FORCE people to believe the same thing you do. Since the beginning of time, fighting wars over religion has never achieved anything. As far as Capitalism goes, the Bible teaches helping others and giving to the poor. Jesus was not a Capitalist--he drove the money changers out of the temple, and taught humility and moderation in everything. Corporate greed is not godly, or Christ-like. Modest Mouse from Provo, UtI only wish that one day the song could be renamed from "Imagine" to reality. That one day we will all reach out to one another and know that we aren't here alone. There are billions of people in this world. why can't we all just help one another out? Why can't we just live in peace. I only wish that the world could see itself through the eyes of John Lennon. A legend forever in my eyes.

Adam from New Orleans, LaYeah, John Lennon wasn't an Atheist. He was a Christian. So before you go spouting "jon lenen wuz a athyist hurp durp." do some research. Note: You can scan or take a picture of your entry; however, please note this could impact the quality of your entry. When taking a picture of the art entry, please do not include a person in the picture. It is best to take a picture of the art against a contrasting, flat, one colored surface as straight on as possible. Aylin from MontrealI could never perceive this song as "beautiful." I find most music beautiful. Without music, there can be no beauty in existence. Yet I hear nothing more than a saccharine tune, sounding as if it was written with the express purpose of becoming popular, becoming a hit. This, of course, makes sense, because Lennon was trying to convey a message that he believed to be important, and therefore the song was more about this message than about the music. I think John Lennon was an incredibly brilliant songwriter and I completely respect his right to expression of opinions, but I cannot bring myself to share his vision. The world he describes seems to me a world without colour, without life -- without music. Somewhat like this shallow, empty song. Jeff from Casa Grande, AzYou know, I think John just wanted people to open their minds and think. Use your imagination. Lord knows, he had one vast and seemingly endless. What if, ask yourself. Shoot, there are other possibilities. Imagine them. Imagine. The song is powerful, and if more people listened to Lennon's message the world might be just a bit more peaceful.

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Breanna from Henderson, NvHey Alif, I don't think John's discribing hevan, seeing as the first line of the song's Imagine there's no hevan! Jake from Burke, VaIn my mind, Imagine is the best song in Lennon's entire career, either as a Beatle or as a solo artist. Brian from Boston, MaJohn Lennon wrote many more songs that are much better than this It is amazing to me how this is the first song most people associate with him.Much in the same way Hey Jude is the first song associated with the Beatles.I find it hard to believe that anyone that is a real Beatles fan could consider these songs among their best.I encourage everyone to fimiliarize themselves with all of the Beatles music and not to be limited by the overplayed selections of an oldies station.